Introduced
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To establish that a law enforcement officer may not search a residence without a search warrant if a resident expressly objects, even if another resident consents after the objector is no longer physically present. This would not apply if one resident is the victim of a crime committed by another resident, or in “exigent” circumstances, meaning there is imminent danger to people, a suspect may escape or evidence may be destroyed.
Referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Amendment offered
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To clarify details of the exception for cases in which one resident is allegedly the victim of another.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Amendment offered
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To clarify that evidence collected in violation of the proposed law's provisions may still be used impeach a defendant's testimony.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 83 to 22 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
